The 6 Best Iridescent Eye Shadows to Try Now

While Brat summer may be over, the sunny season will always be the best time to experiment with your most out-of-the-box, party girl looks. Whether you’re heading to a summer festival, going on vacation or just have some extra time on your hands these next few months, the summer is a better time than any to try something new with your makeup, namely in the way of easy-to-use, iridescent eye shadows. With just one swipe, iridescent eye shadows can totally transform your look, and the lush formulas of today make blending and swatching practically foolproof. Ahead, the best iridescent eye shadows on the market today to help you get started.

The Best Iridescent Eye Shadows

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r.e.m. beauty Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow ($20)

The product that put me onto iridescent eye shadows for everyday, r.e.m. beauty’s Starlet Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow applies weightlessly but dries down to a high-impact, crease-resistant finish, making application a breeze and long-wear a guarantee.

• BUY ON ULTA – $20
• BUY ON REM BEAUTY – $20

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e.l.f Duochrome Liquid Eyeshadow ($8)

Budget-friendly without compromising on pigment and shine, e.l.f.’s Duochrome Liquid Eyeshadow is a cult classic, featuring a long-lasting gel-based formula and a shade-shifting, metallic hue perfect for creating multi-dimensional looks.

• BUY ON ELF – $8
• BUY ON AMAZON – $6

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Armani Beauty Eye Tint – Shimmer Finish ($38)

A splurge-worthy buy, Armani’s Eye Tint liquid eyeshadow comes in several shimmer finishes, like Icy Lilac seen here, that are perfect for creating a subtle yet shimmering, eye-catching style.

• BUY ON SEPHORA – $38
• BUY ON ARMANI BEAUTY – $38

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Pat McGrath Labs Celestial Divinity Eyeshadow Palette ($62)

If you’re looking for a powder iridescent eye shadow that blends just as easily as its liquid counterparts, you can rest assured that Dame Pat McGrath has it figured it out, and her Celestial Divinity Eyeshadow Palette comes with four different glimmer shades that glide on seamlessly and last for hours.

• BUY ON SEPHORA – $62
• BUY ON REVOLVE – $62

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Half Magic Glitter Paint Eye Liner + Paint ($25)

When we think of glitter eye shadow, our minds go right to Euphoria. From the show’s lead makeup artist Donni Davvy herself, Half Magic’s Glitterpill comes in several out-of-this world shades and doubles as an all-over pigment wash or as a focused liner for creating the iridescent eye look of your wildest dreams.

• BUY ON ULTA – $25
• BUY ON HALF MAGIC – $25

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Glossier Lidstar ($20)

Another great option for everyday, Glossier’s Lidstar comes in several neutral shades, all with a subtle, light-catching shimmery finish for adding a little extra pizazz to your classic look.

• BUY NOW – $20